Finished your B.Tech and want a master’s in AI in Europe? France lets Indian engineers move into AI and data science quickly, in English, without the cost of the UK or the US. Because a B.Tech is a four-year degree, you can skip the first MSc year at AI2.
Three routes after B.Tech
| Route | Duration | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Fast-Track (January) | 11 months: 5 months on campus + 6-month internship | Engineers who want the fastest route to the MSc Applied AI and Data Science |
| MSc direct entry | 18 months: 12 months taught + 6-month internship | B.Tech or B.E. graduates (four-year degree) |
| MSc, two years | 2 years, with internship or work-study | Students who want more time or a three-year bachelor’s |
New to the French system? Read our guide to the MS in AI in France for Indian students: what “MS” means in France, eligibility after a B.Tech and costs.
Specialisations
- MSc Applied AI and Data Science: machine learning, generative AI, MLOps.
- MSc Applied AI & Cybersecurity.
- MSc Applied AI & IoT: edge AI and connected systems.
All three lead to a French State title at master’s level (RNCP level 7, EQF 7): see RNCP level 7 explained.
Entry requirements
- A four-year B.Tech or B.E. (or a three-year degree for the two-year MSc).
- English at B2 level: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 72, or English-medium education, assessed case by case.
- An online interview with the academic team.
Cost
MSc from €10,500 a year after the AI2 scholarship; Fast-Track €11,000; visa resources of at least €877.50 a month. Compare with other options in France vs Germany.
Funding: see scholarships in France for Indian students.
Choosing a degree? See the best degree for a career in AI.
After graduating? See AI jobs in France for international students.
After your degree: see working in France after graduation for the job-search permit, the Talent Passport and the EU Blue Card.
No GRE? No problem: read masters in France without GRE to see how admission works.
Only a 3-year degree? It is enough in France: see masters in France with a 3-year bachelor’s degree.
Visa from India: follow our France student visa from India guide (Campus France, documents, timeline).
Frequently asked questions
Can I do a master’s in France after B.Tech?
Yes. With a four-year B.Tech or B.E., you can join AI2’s MSc directly: 12 months of taught courses and a six-month internship, leading to a French State title at master’s level (RNCP level 7).
Is there a one-year option?
Yes. The Fast-Track starts in January and lasts 11 months: five months on campus and a six-month internship, for engineers and master’s holders, leading to the MSc Applied AI and Data Science (RNCP39978).
Which B.Tech branches are accepted?
Computer science, IT, electronics, electrical and other engineering branches with programming and mathematics; your profile is reviewed during admission.
How much does it cost?
MSc tuition starts from €10,500 a year after the AI2 scholarship, and the Fast-Track costs €11,000.
Can I work in France after the MSc?
Master’s-level graduates can apply for a post-study permit to look for a job in France. Check current conditions on the official French administration website.
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